Financial Controller

Benjamin Edwards; Retford; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing financial services firm in Retford is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead the finance function. This senior role involves managing the Accounts Assistant and providing financial insights to enhance business performance. Applicants should have experience as a Financial Controller or Senior Accountant and possess strong skills in Xero/cloud accounting and leadership. The firm offers a competitive salary of up to £55k and opportunities for strategic involvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Senior Accountant.
• Experience managing and developing a finance team.
• Strong knowledge of VAT, PAYE, CIS compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end finance function, producing monthly accounts.
• Monitor project costs and track margins.
• Oversee sales/purchase ledgers and cash flow management.
• Ensure statutory compliance and liaise with auditors.
• Manage and develop the Accounts Assistant.

Skills

Xero/cloud accounting skills

Financial analysis

Leadership skills

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA (part-qualified or newly qualified)

Job description

Financial Controller

Location: Retford

Salary: Up to £55k

Benjamin Edwards is recruiting for an experienced Financial Controller to join a rapidly growing company based in Retford. This is an exciting opportunity to drive financial leadership, support strategic growth, and provide insight at both operational and Group level. This senior position offers full ownership of the finance function, including management of the Accounts Assistant, and direct influence on business performance. As Financial Controller, you will provide accurate financial reporting, project cost control, and actionable insights to directors and operational teams, while ensuring compliance and best-practice governance.

The role of Financial Controller

• Lead the end-to-end finance function, producing monthly accounts, weekly management reports, and board packs
• Monitor project costs, track margins, and provide early warnings for overruns
• Oversee sales/purchase ledgers, credit control, cash flow, and supplier payments
• Ensure statutory compliance (VAT, PAYE, CIS, HMRC) and liaise with auditors and banks
• Line manage and develop the Accounts Assistant, implementing robust financial processes
• Support strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and investment decisions

The ideal candidate for the role of Financial Controller

• ACCA/ACA/CIMA (part-qualified or newly qualified considered)
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Senior Accountant
• Strong Xero/cloud accounting skills including payroll, VAT, PAYE, CIS, and reporting
• Experienced in management accounts, financial analysis, and operational cost control
• Strong leadership skills, with experience managing and developing a finance team

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Benjamin Edwards, please do not hesitate apply